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One Piece chapter 492: Iron Mask Duval — what is in it

Sabaody Archipelago arc · 26 pages · 26 characters

Key facts in this chapter

  • p5Chapter 492 title page features Iron Mask Duval as central figure.
  • p5Setting shows ruined stone city under cloudy sky.
  • p6Scene takes place on the deck of the Thousand Sunny at sea.
  • p6Straw Hat crew discusses recent events involving flying fish riders.
  • p7Flying Fish Riders headquarters located east of the Shabondy Archipelago.
  • p7Headquarters features wooden towers and a central tall structure.
  • p8Iron Mask Duval is seated on a striped throne inside the headquarters.
  • p8Duval wears an iron mask and is heavily armed.
  • p9Duval has a visible wound on his back triggered by thoughts of a specific man.
  • p9Duval's crew reacts with fear and support during his outburst.
  • p9Makuro crew members are present and interacting with Duval.
  • p10Makuro crew consists of fishmen including Gyaro, Makuro, and Tansui.
  • p10The crew reacts with confusion and mockery to Duval's name pronunciation.
  • p11Duval shows gratitude toward the Makuro crew.
  • p11Tansui remains bound during the conversation.
  • p11Duval expresses interest in meeting the Strawhat crew.
  • p12Hatchan is captured and bound by the Makuro crew.
  • p12Hatchan knows Camie was taken by the Strawhat pirates.
  • p12Flying Fish Riders intend to capture and sell the Strawhat crew.
  • p13Hatchan remains tied up on the platform.
  • p13Duval leads the Flying Fish Riders group.
  • p13Strawhat Pirates ship is spotted approaching.
  • p14Thousand Sunny reaches the floating base.
  • p14Platform is circular and built in open ocean.
  • p14No immediate enemies visible on arrival.
  • p15Nami leads charge onto the platform.
  • p15Strawhat flag is displayed prominently.
  • p15Platform appears deserted upon approach.
  • p16Hatchan is trapped inside hanging iron cage.
  • p16Cage is located on the floating platform.
  • p16Strawhats recognize the captive as Hacchi.
  • p17Hatchan is confirmed as the escaped prisoner who opened a takoyaki stand.
  • p17Nami recognizes Hatchan as a former member of the Arlong Pirates.
  • p17The Straw Hats are currently at a location with marine-held prisoners and large buildings.
  • p18Luffy expresses strong anger upon learning Hatchan's connection to Arlong.
  • p18The crew debates whether to continue helping Hatchan after the revelation.
  • p19The crew is near a hanging cage structure by the water.
  • p19Waves and splashes interrupt the confrontation on the shore.
  • p20Flying Fish Riders have captured Camie and Pappag.
  • p20Sanji and Nami arrive to intervene in the capture.
  • p20Luffy decides to save both Camie and Hatchan after assessing the situation.
  • p21Flying Fish Riders launch coordinated charge on water bikes.
  • p21Hachi is knocked airborne by the initial attack.
  • p21One rider is sent spinning from counter impact.
  • p22Luffy and allies reach the dock after freeing Camie and Pappagg.
  • p22Zoro is instructed to free Hachi from restraints.
  • p22Enemies react with rage at Luffy's arrival.
  • p23Flying Fish Riders prepare to surround the Straw Hats from the sea.
  • p23Luffy shows no concern about attack direction.
  • p23Full Straw Hat crew assembles on dock for combat.

What is said, page by page

  • p5Large title text introduces the chapter as Iron Mask Duval.
  • p5Bottom caption states CP9 Independent Action Report Vol. 2 Air Door.
  • p6Crew discusses that enemies were preparing to attack again.
  • p6Mention of a possible message received by the opponents.
  • p6Question raised about where the flying fish went.
  • p6Sanji states the flying fish will be at their destination.
  • p6Usopp notes the fish can fly for five minutes.
  • p6Luffy expresses desire to ride a flying fish.
  • p6Hatchan hopes he is not the target.
  • p6Franky suggests preparing cannons on deck.
  • p7Subordinate reports that two riders have returned.
  • p7Another calls out Duval's name.
  • p7Crew member regrets not capturing both the mermaid and the pirates.
  • p7Question directed at Duval about ordering a retreat.
  • p8Duval declares how long he has longed for the pirates to appear.
  • p8Subordinate yells you moron at another crew member.
  • p8Nervous voice states there is no way you do not know.
  • p9Subordinate shouts daily hatred toward a bastard in panicked tone during boss rampage.
  • p9Crew pleads for boss to calm down with desperate intent amid rising tension.
  • p9Duval growls that thinking of a man makes his back wound throb painfully.
  • p9Duval declares intent to kill the target immediately with raw rage.
  • p9Crew reacts with awe at Duval's intense rage and long-held desire.
  • p9Makuro crew urges exact obedience while affirming destruction of targets.
  • p10Gyaro yells at the group for being rude in frustrated tone.
  • p10Makuro questions the meaning of 'Duva' with confusion.
  • p10Tansui reacts with simple surprised exclamation.
  • p10Makuro orders everyone to shut up with authoritative intent.
  • p10Makuro mocks the boss as a redneck in amused aside.
  • p10Crew members mockingly repeat orders and the name 'Duva' with laughter.
  • p11Duval expresses deep gratitude to the crew for their actions.
  • p11Makuro accepts thanks and calls the crew messengers of good fortune.
  • p11Crew member apologizes for the others' rude behavior.
  • p11Makuro scolds Tansui to speak up then immediately tells him to shut up.
  • p11Duval muses on the identity of the 'Strawhat' group.
  • p11Duval states he will finally meet the Strawhat crew thanks to them.
  • p12Hatchan reacts with shock at hearing the Strawhat name again.
  • p12Crew member corrects Hatchan to address Duval as boss.
  • p12Hatchan realizes Camie was captured by the Strawhat pirates.
  • p12Hatchan questions if the Strawhats are coming.
  • p12Riders plan to sell humans in their shop and catch all targets.
  • p12Riders note the mermaid brought the pirates and confirm they are arriving.
  • p13Hatchan mutters desperately about needing escape before arrival, fearful mood, recalling Arlong past and Nami grudge.
  • p13Crew member announces arrival of Strawhat Pirates ship, urgent tone, warning to Duval.
  • p13Duval yells at Makuro offering takoyaki bribe for release, desperate and aggressive intent.
  • p13Crew member rejects bribe harshly calling Duval a moron, dismissive mood.
  • p14Crew announces arrival at Flying Fish Riders base, excited mood.
  • p14Sanji notes Hacchi is held at the location, calm tone.
  • p14Nami questions the scale of enemy numbers, worried mood.
  • p14Sanji reassures Camie they will free Hacchi quickly, confident intent with hearts.
  • p14Crew notes the location is a man-made ocean platform, observant context.
  • p15Nami demands Makuro come out and checks on Hacchi, aggressive rescue intent.
  • p15Crew reacts to seeing Strawhat flag, shocked recognition.
  • p15Group notes absence of people and suspects trap or snack time, cautious mood.
  • p15Crew spots possible figure inside distant cage, surprised observation.
  • p16Hatchan calls out to Camie from cage, reassuring tone despite capture.
  • p16Sanji and Usopp react to repeated captures, exasperated mood.
  • p16Nami warns it is a trap and urges retreat, urgent intent.
  • p16Caged figure claims strength and questions burning, defiant mood.
  • p16Luffy suggests asking about Arlong, curious tone.
  • p17Luffy explains he achieved his takoyaki stand dream but others remain held by marines, with surprised tone.
  • p17Silhouette voice identifies Arlong, prompting Nami's horrified recognition of Arlong, Chu, and Kuroobi.
  • p17Crew member shouts recognition of Hatchan behind bars with shocked emphasis.
  • p17Hatchan reacts with panic saying 'OH, CRAP!!!' while sweating.
  • p17Sanji notes recognition of Hatchan as former Arlong Pirates lieutenant in calm realization.
  • p17Robin states Nami's hometown was ruled by Arlong Pirates with factual tone.
  • p17Franky comments on the small world coincidence while adjusting his nose.
  • p18Luffy angrily declares they would never have helped if they knew Hatchan's past connection to Arlong.
  • p18Luffy accuses Hatchan of hiding his identity as the takoyaki vendor all along.
  • p18Sanji questions whether the group are all Hatchan's friends with surprised tone.
  • p18Zoro mutters that the situation is moronic while sweating.
  • p18Nami warns the crew not to be swayed by hunger alone.
  • p18Usopp asks if Hatchan's takoyaki is truly that good despite the revelation.
  • p18Camie pleads tearfully that the crew should not abandon Hatchan.
  • p19Luffy shouts to Camie to turn back because it is a trap.
  • p19Hatchan calls out Camie's name from the ship with worried tone.
  • p19Sanji snaps at Luffy and Hatchan to shut up during the argument.
  • p19Hatchan protests that he did not know the crew would be so heartless.
  • p19Nami yells that they are always helping the crew out.
  • p19Luffy insists he will save Camie despite the danger.
  • p19Hatchan yells in panic as waves hit the group.
  • p19Camie screams she will not abandon Hatchan while being swept away.
  • p20Flying Fish Riders shout threats that Hachi cannot rescue Camie this time.
  • p20Riders laugh about becoming rich while holding Camie and Pappag.
  • p20Sanji declares they will save Hachi as well after arriving.
  • p20Nami warns Sanji to hold on and suggests saving only Camie since she did nothing wrong.
  • p20Luffy states that if Camie is fine then they will save Takohachi too.
  • p20Nami affirms Hachi is harmless and they made a promise to Camie.
  • p21Flying Fish Rider calls out readiness check to group with commanding tone.
  • p21Rider replies calmly confirming preparedness for attack.
  • p21Multiple riders shout impact sounds during collision with Hachi.
  • p21Rider yells in surprise at sudden Devil Fruit ability display.
  • p22Luffy declares successful retrieval of allies with confident shout.
  • p22Luffy orders Zoro to cut Hachi's cage and rope.
  • p22Zoro acknowledges order and prepares to act.
  • p22Hachi thanks Luffy repeatedly and declares lifelong debt.
  • p23Ally warns Luffy of incoming trap from water.
  • p23Luffy accepts challenge and declares intent to destroy attackers.
  • p23Enemy leader orders attack on Straw Hats.
  • p23Luffy shouts battle cry with raised fist.
  • p23Brook rallies crew for battle with enthusiastic call.